Fight Club: CJ Fayet’s Custom 2001 Chevy Blazer

Chris Hamilton . September 14, 2026 . Features . Brandon Burrell

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A 2001 Chevy Blazer That Rewrote the Rulebook

AFTER six years of wrenching, CJ Fayet’s 2001 Chevy Blazer, nicknamed Fight Club, stands as proof that rarity and relentless effort can turn a basic SUV into a rolling work of art. As a longtime photographer for Street Trucks, I’ve shot countless slammed rides, and this one is one of my favorites. House of Kolor Kandy Apple Red over Orion Silver paint, expertly applied by Tyler Hughey at The Original Paint Shop in Covington, Georgia, coats a body that has been modified far beyond factory standards.

CJ, a systems engineer and proud member of Negative Camber, started with a clear mission: “There weren’t many out there. I wanted something different—something I’d be proud to call mine.” That vision drove every modification. The front bumper, borrowed from an S-10, and the rear, pulled from a Toyota, were metalworked to blend seamlessly into the factory fenders. A cowl hood, shaved taillights, flush-mounted AVS brake lights in the tailgate, and an electric push-button rear hatch erase all traces of stock. The front fenders were cut and sectioned to clear 22s at full drop, while a custom 12-gallon aluminum fuel cell was nestled cleanly beneath.

Fight Club has fought its way through LST, Battle in Bama, Slamfest, and other events, earning praise for its interior and front bumper.

Under the sheetmetal, Auto Extremes in Covington, Georgia, rebuilt three-quarters of the frame with 2×3 box tubing that was powdercoated to match the suspension. Air Lift Dominator 2600 bags up front and Firestone 9000 sleeves in the rear, governed by Accuair management, lay the Blazer flat. A parallel 4-link, Panhard bar, and Thorbros control arms ensure precision, while Corvette C5 calipers, powdercoated red, squeeze the drilled and slotted rotors for confident braking.

The original 4.3L V6 received a custom intake, an EGR delete, and a thorough refresh, proving you don’t need extra cubes to make a statement. 22-inch US Mags Cheyenne 5 wheels, complete with Ventus tires, fill the wells with authority.

Inside, Chris Rawlins at Kimballs Audio and Interiors in Savannah, Georgia, crafted a cockpit of Renegade Saloon leather buckets, a Dinamica Saddle Brown suede headliner, and Ultra Square dark brown carpet. Dolphin gauges, a Billet Specialties Twister wheel, and a Sony Mobile ES audio system complete the package. Remarkably, the rear seat remains a functional space in this body-dropped build.

Fight Club has fought its way through LST, Battle in Bama, Slamfest, and other events, earning praise for its interior and front bumper. CJ’s takeaway? “Know what you want, be patient, and watch out for the good idea fairy; she’s expensive.” With gratitude to his wife Jennifer, Rawlins, Robinson, and Hughey, this Blazer isn’t just unique; it’s a benchmark.

TRUCK SPECS

 Engine & Drivetrain

• Original 4.3L V6
• Custom air intake
• EGR delete
• Full engine cleaning and tune-up

Chassis & Suspension

• 3/4 of the original frame replaced with 2×3 box tubing by Auto Extremes, Covington, GA
• Air Lift Dominator 2600 airbags (front)
• Firestone 9000 sleeve bags (rear)
• Accuair air management system
• Parallel 4-link rear suspension with Panhard bar
• Thorbros front control arms
• Frame painted, suspension components powdercoated

Wheels, Tires & Brakes

• 22×8.5 and 22×12 US Mags Cheyenne 5 wheels
• 245/25/22 and 315/25/22 Ventus tires
• Corvette C5 brake calipers powdercoated Kandy Apple Red
• Drilled and slotted rotors

Body & Paint

• House of Kolor Kandy Apple Red over Orion Silver paint by Tyler Hughey at The Original Paint Shop, Covington, GA
• Custom S-10 front bumper
• Custom Toyota rear bumper
• Cowl induction hood
• Shaved taillights, third brake light, rear wiper
• Flush-mounted AVS brake lights in tailgate
• Front fenders cut and modified for 22-inch wheel clearance at full drop
• Electric push-button rear hatch
• Custom front wheel tubs
• Custom 12-gallon aluminum fuel cell

Interior

• Custom Apex Leather bucket seats in Renegade Saloon leather
• Dinamica Saddle Brown suede headliner and inserts
• Ultra Square dark brown carpet
• Dolphin gauges
• Billet Specialties Twister steering wheel
• Sony Mobile ES audio system
• Interior fabrication by Chris Rawlins at Kimballs Audio and Interiors, Savannah, GA
• Functional rear seat

Special Thanks

Jennifer Fayet, Chris Rawlins, Robert Robinson at Auto Extremes, and Tyler Hughey

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Chris Hamilton

Chris Hamilton is an automotive journalist, editor, and lifelong truck enthusiast with extensive experience covering custom truck builds, fabrication, performance upgrades, aftermarket products, and a ...

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